sadomasochistic
/ˌseɪdoʊˌmæsəˈkɪstɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or involving both sadism (gaining pleasure from inflicting pain) and masochism (gaining pleasure from experiencing pain).
- The movie explored the sadomasochistic relationship between the two main characters.
- Some critics described the novel's violent scenes as having a sadomasochistic tone.
- The therapist specialized in helping people with sadomasochistic tendencies understand their feelings.
- Describing a situation or activity that involves a mix of pleasure and pain, often in a metaphorical sense.
- There was something sadomasochistic about continuing to read the negative reviews.
- His sadomasochistic approach to work meant he only felt satisfied when he was completely exhausted.
- The fans had a sadomasochistic devotion to the team, celebrating even when they lost terribly.
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